If you're into Buddhism and Guan Yin, this is the ultimate shrine. The grounds are immaculate, the statue is massive and the artwork inside the temple (under the statue) is lovely. Best to visit in the fall or winter given summer crowds.

From Shanghai there's actually a marine express that can reach Putuoshan within 2,5 hours, but at the time we went was not possible due to the big winds so we need to travel via Ningbo. A long drive but worth a drive as we were passing the Hangzhou bay bridge which is the longest bridge in the world. Once we reached Ningbo, we take a cruise at about 10-15 minutes cruise, outside cars/buses are not allowed in Putushan, you need to use the island's shuttle service to move around, so be sure you don't leave your belongings behind as you won't be taking that minibus again on the way back. There are lots of temples here despite of the great symbol of Guan Yin statue (bu li kai de Guan Yin). The scenery is very beautiful, by far there's a small islands shaping the face and the body of Guan Yin.....very beautiful.